This section provides information on a wide range of early years education & childcare, from Childminders to Holiday Schemes. You'll be able to search for the type of care that suits your needs. These providers are registered and Inspected by Ofsted and work to the guidance set.

If you are a family on a low income you could be entitled to free early education and childcare for your 2 year old you can even apply online.  All children can access free and flexible early education and childcare for three and four year-olds. For more information on the Free Nursery Education visit: https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/childcare

For help with childcare and for information on the '30 Hours Free Childcare and Tax Free Childcare' visit: https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/

Do you have young children or are you expecting a baby, why not check out your local Children's Centres & Parent and Toddler Groups visit: http://www.askthurrock.org.uk/kb5/thurrock/fis/family.page?familychannel=2684